Drum machines are electronic musical instruments that allow users to create rhythmical beats and patterns. They have become an essential part of modern music production, used by producers and performers alike. So whether you produce downtempo or techno or any bpm in between we got you covered on drum machines.
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In the world of music production there comes a time in a producers journey where you will want to branch out into the world of synthesizers and want to get your hands on some knobs. Getting your first synth can be a little overwhelming and I would highly suggest educating yourself a little before you pull the trigger to ensure you’re getting something that will help your production process and keep everything fun. Lets get into some different options and questions you’ll want to think about when choosing your first synthesizer. Read more
Last week, Behringer teased on their Facebook page that they will be releasing an authentic ARP Odyssey synthesizer, the synthesizer that helped define ’80s electronic pop, but with a unique 3-mode VCF circuitry (that replicates all MK I to III versions) plus full Midi/USB implementation, priced around $500 USD.
However, just last February, Korg announced that it was going to recreate the same synthesizer by releasing its own “Korg ARP Odyssey”. Korg also revealed that ARP co-founder David Friend was joining Korg as their chief advisor on the new Odyssey. “David Friend established ARP Instruments, Inc. along with Alan Robert Pearlman and is a past president of ARP Instruments, Inc. He was also the lead designer of the original Odyssey in addition to designing or co-designing many other products”, Korg’s press release explained.
The original ARP Odyssey was released in 1972 and came to define a certain crossover style incorporating electronic pop, jazz and progressive rock. It was favored by artists such as Jethro Tull, Nine Inch Nails, Pink Floyd and more recently, Todd Terje. ARP ceased production of the Odyssey in 1981.
